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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman was shot in the leg outside Club Rehab on Kensington Drive early Friday morning as her friends took her to the hospital—officers say no suspect has been arrested. WYFF
- ➤ 17-year-old Tyler Bishop was killed Wednesday night while turning left onto Greenpond Road from Simmons Road in Gray Court—Barrett Hastings Power faces felony DUI charges and bonded out on $50,000 while Tyler’s mother Ashley Mahaffey spoke Friday as her family began funeral arrangements and started a GoFundMe for expenses. WYFF
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Spartanburg will be able to see the Lyrid meteor shower peak on April 21-22 — clear, dark skies between midnight and dawn will reveal up to 18 meteors per hour for viewers using the naked eye. Go Upstate
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ An Upstate husband surprised his wife by winning $200,000 on a $5 scratch-off ticket at Pops Store on Holly Springs Road near Lyman yesterday. The couple agreed to use the winnings for home repairs—a ticket that offered the final top prize for the $200,000 Fortune scratch-off. WSPA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school athletes in our area showed strong performances this week from April 6th to April 13th as pitchers, batters and players in soccer, lacrosse and softball posted key stats in close games—journalists Kamryn Jackson and Todd Shanesy reported impressive individual achievements while more updates arrive later in the week. Go Upstate
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Greer Farmers Market
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Greer City Park — Free entry — Explore local produce and handmade goods at this beloved monthly market.
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Jeezy Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices range from $52 to $266 — Experience a night of hip-hop vibes with Jeezy at Spartanburg's iconic venue.
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Squirrel Level Road Concert
6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic folk tunes and harmonies from local favorites Squirrel Level Road.
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South Carolina Upstate Continuum Of Care Training Event 2025
2-6:30 p.m. — 250 E Main St — Free entry — Enhance your skills and connect with community professionals in a focused training on Continuum of Care strategies.
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Blue Highway Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Chapman Cultural Center — Check event page for pricing — Celebrate 29 years of award-winning bluegrass music with the iconic band Blue Highway.
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1st Annual Disability Awareness Walk & Roll
10 AM – 1 PM — Barnet Park — Entry fee applies — Celebrate inclusivity with a fun-filled walk, music, food trucks, and family activities.
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Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Upgrade available for $30 — Experience the iconic partnership of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo in a thrilling musical performance.
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Houndmouth Live in Spartanburg
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Houndmouth, a must-see band blending alternative blues with rock vibes.
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Shen Yun
6-8 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Upgrade available for $30 — Experience a masterful blend of music and dance from ancient China with Shen Yun.
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Love Where You Live 5/10K
8:30 a.m. — 125 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC — Registration required — Celebrate local community spirit with a fun 5K and 10K run.
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